malachite

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Noun — A bright green mineral consisting of basic copper carbonate, mined as an ore of copper.

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A specialist term from mineralogy that has also passed into general use as a colour name.

Etymology

Malachite came into English from Middle French malachite, which traces back to Latin molochitis and ultimately to the Ancient Greek word for the leaf of the mallow plant.

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Frequently asked questions

What is malachite made of?

Malachite is a basic copper carbonate mineral, and one of the main ores from which copper is extracted.

Why is malachite called that?

Its name traces back to an Ancient Greek word for mallow leaves, by way of Latin and Middle French.

Is malachite a colour as well as a stone?

Yes, malachite also refers to the mild green colour that the mineral displays.

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